macOS, Microsoft and XCSSET

Updated macOS malware variant uncovered by Microsoft
Microsoft has observed a once formant macOS malware that has now began targeting Apple’s Xcode platform in a new, more enhanced variant. The Latest Tech News, Delivered to Your Inbox
Microsoft warns that the powerful XCSSET macOS malware is back with new tricks
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint on Mac now detects the new XCSSET variant, and it’s likely other malware detection engines will soon, if not already. Unfortunately, Microsoft didn’t release file hashes or other indicators of compromise that people can use to determine if they have been targeted. Microsoft didn’t respond to an email asking for them.
XCSSET macOS malware reappears with new attack strategies, Microsoft sounds alarm
The updated malware, which spreads via infected Xcode projects, introduces advanced evasion tactics and persistence mechanisms to bypass security defenses.
Microsoft Warns of Improved XCSSET macOS Malware
Microsoft has observed a new variant of the XCSSET malware being used in limited attacks against macOS users. A new variant of the sophisticated XCSSET malware has been observed in recent, limited attacks against macOS users, Microsoft reports.
A new variant of the XCSSET macOS modular malware has emerged
A new variant of the XCSSET macOS modular malware has emerged in attacks that target users’ sensitive information, including digital wallets and data from the legitimate Notes app, reports Bleeping Computer.
Microsoft Uncovers New XCSSET macOS Malware Variant with Advanced Obfuscation Tactics
Microsoft discovers new XCSSET macOS malware variant with enhanced obfuscation, persistence, and infection strategies.
Apple Refurbished Mac mini Is Now Ridiculously Cheap
Apple drops the price of a refurbished Mac mini to just over $300, making it cheaper than ever to become a Mac owner.
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New FrigidStealer Malware Targets macOS Users via Fake Browser Updates
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Apple Intelligence: Why you might want to disable it on iOS and macOS — How to do it
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